Mississippi's Collision Repair pathway prepares students for careers repairing vehicle damage from collisions and accidents. Students develop expertise in structural repair, frame straightening, welding, painting, and damage assessment while understanding collision repair procedures. This pathway serves ongoing demand for collision repair technicians.
Curriculum emphasizes collision repair fundamentals, structural analysis, and repair techniques. Students gain hands-on experience with straightening equipment, welding, painting, and repair procedures reflecting practices used by collision repair professionals throughout Mississippi.
Graduates qualify for collision repair technician positions at body shops, dealerships, or insurance centers. Vehicle collision frequency creates steady employment demand.
Collision Repair at a Glance
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Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Mississippi CTE Standards for Collision Repair require demonstrated competency in structural repair, welding, and painting. Students must achieve proficiency in collision repair standards aligned with state framework from Mississippi Department of Education and Career Success.
Pathway standards integrate collision repair knowledge with precision and safety. Students develop understanding of vehicle structures and repair procedures.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Automotive Technology - Year 1 |
| Collision Repair and Refinishing |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Collision Repair Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $37,660 - $60,630
Adjusted for cost of living: $43,144
Painter
ExperiencedSalary range: $36,970 - $49,120
Adjusted for cost of living: $46,683
Frame and Structural Specialist
ExperiencedSalary range: $61,530 - $95,640
Adjusted for cost of living: $85,909
Shop Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $58,360 - $133,270
Adjusted for cost of living: $101,146
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students apprentice at collision repair shops throughout Mississippi, learning repair and painting techniques.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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